Associate Transportation Planner

Associate Transportation Planner

Salary

$92,431.19 - $127,597.54 Annually

Location

Bellevue City Hall, 450 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA

Job Type

Regular

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

26-00298

Department

Transportation

Division

TR Planning LongRangePlanning

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

10/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NONAFF

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Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

The City of Bellevue Transportation Department is seeking an Associate Transportation Planner who is self-motivated and team-oriented to join our team of progressive professionals in the Transportation Planning Division.

The Transportation Planning Division works closely with the Transportation Commission, the City Council, a broad cross-section of disciplines within the City of Bellevue staff organization, other boards and commissions, and community members to establish and support the vision for multi-modal mobility, develop and implement policy and code, and engage the public on options to improve, maintain, and sustain the city's multi-modal transportation network.

The Associate Transportation Planner will work on a variety of transportation planning policy, planning, and code projects to keep Bellevue moving forward. These projects and plans may be citywide in scale or focused on specific transportation corridors, neighborhoods, light rail station areas or specific mobility topics. Representative responsibilities include supporting policy, plan and code development and the planning, programming, and prioritization of the project concepts to address performance target gaps for the bicycle and pedestrian networks, collaborating with partner agencies to identify potential transit speed and reliability projects, and supporting project managers in their work with the Transportation Commission to prepare transportation policy, plan and code recommendations.

Our Transportation Department mission is to provide a complete and connected transportation network that is safe and efficient, and supports mobility for everyone in the context of livable neighborhoods and a vibrant economy. We take pride in being a dynamic, multicultural, future-focused, high-performance city and department. We invest in our employees and encourage and reward employee growth and development. Our workplace culture values and encourages effective communication, shared leadership and responsibility, innovation, and integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Associate Transportation Planner will develop and support innovative plans, codes, projects and programs that enhance mobility and safety in Bellevue. Examples of primary responsibilities include:

• Project Development and Support - Serve as subject matter expert or task lead for long-range transportation plans, transportation corridor plans, transportation code updates, and pedestrian and bicycle network improvement projects.
• Community Engagement - Prepare communication tools (publications, graphics, online questionnaires, etc.) for businesses, residents, and other community members, be a resource at open houses, collect data and user feedback to evaluate transportation project concepts, and prepare summaries to be shared with the public and decision makers.
• Transportation Commission Support - Provide backup support to staff the Transportation Commission, including preparation of agendas, and managing logistics and technology applications to ensure the Commission meetings are accessible to the public. The Transportation Commission typically meets in the evenings on the second Thursday of every month.
• Planning, Research, and Communications - Analyze and support implementation of City transportation policies, plans, codes, practices, and projects accounting for best practices as gleaned from conferences, webinars and professional publications, developments in the field, and applicable legislation by other levels of government.
• One-City Coordination - Collaborate effectively with internal and external workgroups to ensure that intended outcomes of transportation projects achieve the city's long-range vision for the multi-modal transportation network.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• The Associate Transportation Planner will work under the general supervision of the Principal Transportation Planner.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Transportation (especially, active transportation) planning principles, practices, and methods as applicable to a municipal setting.
• Transportation policies, plans and codes, including the preparation of staff recommendations, the process of public vetting and adoption, implementation and monitoring.
• Research methods and the ability to compile and analyze data in preparing policy and code recommendations and plans.
• National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) and Vision Zero, Safe Systems, and Complete Streets concepts and approaches to designing and managing urban streets.
• Bellevue's adopted plans, including the Mobility Implementation Plan and Vision Zero Strategic Plan.
• Community engagement techniques, including equitable engagement practices
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to derive geospatial insights that support decision-making.
• Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign to create graphics and reports.
• Microsoft Office software to prepare documents, presentations, and spreadsheets.

Ability to:

• Think conceptually, research complex issues, observe and evaluate trends, and analyze and extrapolate logical conclusions from large data sets.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to boards, commissions, community groups, and the general public.
• Write clear and concise reports, memos, policies, codes, and plans.
• Communicate technical information in a non-technical manner with individuals and groups on complex planning policies, plans or codes.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with city staff, staff of other agencies, and the community.
• Participate as subject matter expert in technical working groups with other City divisions to ensure appropriate Transportation Department representation, involvement and feedback at all stages of project development and implementation.
• Manage time on multiple projects, priorities, competing deadlines with attention to detail in a dynamic work environment.

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in transportation, land-use planning, urban planning or a closely related field.
• Minimum: 3 years of experience that provides the applicant with comprehensive knowledge of planning principles, practices, and techniques as they relate to transportation, land use, the environment, or other related areas.
• Preferred: Masters degree and American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification.
• Or any demonstrated combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 20 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

Flexible/Hybrid Working

A hybrid work schedule is available for this position after an orientation period. Remote work for this position is subject to the departments operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Full-time remote work is not an available option. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of Washington and within reasonable commuting distance to Bellevue City Hall.

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value!

Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law.

The following summary applies to fully benefited positions:

Medical

Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the Citys self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO).

Dental

Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers.

Vision

Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage.

Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans:

• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility.
• City of Bellevue Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule.
• Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options.

Other benefits include:

More detailed information about our employee benefits is available at https://c2mb.ajg.com/cityofbellevue

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Survivor Income
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month)
• An ORCA Card bus pass
• On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options
• Career development and training programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Paydays - The City of Bellevue pays employees on the 8th and the 23rd of each month (24 pay periods per year).

Please note: The City of Bellevue does not participate in the Social Security Administration (SSA) program and employees do not earn social security credits. The mandatory DRS retirement pension plan provides the required social security replacement plan.

NOTE: This is a brief summary of the benefit programs for the Citys non-represented employees. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Benefits for employees represented by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may have different benefits. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a CBA, the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.

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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. If your answers do not align, you may edit your application before submitting. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.

• I confirm that the information provided here is consistent with my application.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma, or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or above

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How many years of progressively responsible related experience in comprehensive long-range transportation, land use, environmental, and/or related planning do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-3 years of experience
• 3-5 years of experience
• 5-7 years of experience
• More than 7 years of experience

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Do you have American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification?

• Yes
• No

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Why are you interested in this position? How does your previous professional experience make you a qualified candidate? (Please be mindful that artificial intelligence tools, when used to assist in drafting responses, can produce similar language across the many applications submitted. Responses are more effective if they clearly reflect personal experience, specific examples, and individual voice.) (max. 300 words)

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The City of Bellevue is a hybrid workplace. Staff must reside within a reasonable distance of City Hall and be onsite in Bellevue at least 2 day(s) per week.

• Yes, I am interested in hybrid schedule and available to be onsite 2 or more days per week.
• No, I am interested in fully remote position.

Required Question

Employer City of Bellevue

Address PO Box 90012

Bellevue, Washington, 98009

Website http://www.bellevuewa.gov/